In this section, each item consists of six sentences. The first and sixth sentences are marked as S1 and S6. The four sentences between S1 and S6 have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. This is followed by four options, each suggesting a sequence of sentences. Identify the most appropriate option and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
S1: The giant wall of the Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh is one of the most stunning sights in the Himalayas.
S6: Looming over the hill stations of Dharmsala and McLeodganj, the Dhauladhar is a popular trekking destination.
P: As the life line of the region it acts as a watershed ridge between Chamba’s Ravi river system and Kangra’s Beas river system.
Q: Although of modest altitude compared to other Himalayan ranges - the highest Dhauladhar peak is less than 5,000 m.
R: Thus, the Dhauladhar could be stated as the life line of the region.
S: Despite of that, the range sweeps up an astounding 12,000 ft.from the valley floor, creating a barrier wall in that is striking to look at.
- AQRPS
- BSPQR
- CQSRP
- DRQSP
Explanation
S1 introduces the Dhauladhar as a trekking destination. Q concedes its modest altitude, and S contrasts with ‘despite that’ the dramatic 12,000 ft rise. R concludes with ‘thus’ that it is the region’s life line, and P explains how, as a watershed ridge. The links although/despite/thus/as make QSRP the only coherent chain. Hence option (c) is correct.